Post by: KingBilly on May 12, 2016, 11:01:11 AM
http://www.4x4australia.com.au/news/1605/production-to-end-for-toyota-fj-cruiser/ (http://www.4x4australia.com.au/news/1605/production-to-end-for-toyota-fj-cruiser/)
KB
Post by: plusnq on May 12, 2016, 12:36:51 PM
Post by: JSKM on May 12, 2016, 02:39:07 PM
Agree with Plusnq, pushing a more and more boring off road vehicle.
Post by: KingBilly on May 12, 2016, 05:57:26 PM
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Post by: Fizzie on May 13, 2016, 07:18:59 AM
Post by: Mr Man on May 13, 2016, 08:25:00 AM
Post by: tk421 on May 13, 2016, 12:21:01 PM
Realistically, its old tech now based on the older Hilux/Prado's suspension, shorty chassis and older V6 engines, and it's had declining sales - they only sold 87 new ones in Jan this year - same as the Defender. Probably just not viable anymore for a high volume manufacturer to make such a niche vehicle.
Post by: NewieCamper on May 13, 2016, 04:38:20 PM
Post by: Bird on May 13, 2016, 04:52:27 PM
Quote from: Mr Man
I have always been undecided on how I feel about the new FJIm not.. they are hideous!
Post by: doc evil on May 13, 2016, 08:37:38 PM
The manufacturers are being forced into more and more boring off road vehicles
and the FJ ain't. .......... ??? >:D
Post by: Kiwijohn on May 13, 2016, 08:46:08 PM
Post by: Bird on May 13, 2016, 09:58:45 PM
and the FJ ain't. .......... ??? >:DThe 80 and GQ were the last of the serious wheelers...
Post by: Mr Man on May 14, 2016, 12:13:15 AM
Im not.. they are hideous!I was trying to be diplomatic.
Yeah they make me cringe I hate the look, the colours and the fact they have a Toyota badge. I'd have more respect for them if the badge said Mahindra.
Post by: me217 on May 14, 2016, 01:04:05 AM
dont think i would ever own one though.
(http://i773.photobucket.com/albums/yy15/frdh/IMG_0005-1.jpg)
Post by: kylarama on May 14, 2016, 06:50:07 AM
Post by: NewieCamper on May 14, 2016, 07:29:40 AM
Retro based cars are always going to have a limited lifespan.Yup, there's a bunch of people that race out to get one to relive the glory days, then once all those people have one you need to have something special to get others to buy them. A petrol only, auto only, two door (well, it's no good for kids in the back) that looks a bit weird isn't going to win many over.
If it had four proper doors, a diesel, 7 seats it would make a much better family tow wagon
Post by: KingBilly on May 14, 2016, 08:39:10 AM
If it had four proper doors, a diesel, 7 seats it would make a much better family tow wagon
Yep, Toyota have such a vehicle, it's called a Prado ;D ;D ;D
KB
Post by: downhilly72 on May 14, 2016, 11:36:41 AM
Post by: rags on May 14, 2016, 07:11:24 PM
* coil rear end
* coil over strut front end
* all the usual traction control stuff
* rear diff lock
* 159 ltr fuel tank
Add to that some after market accessaries from the huge range available and you end up with a very capable car. It has its limitations being size internal but great for 2 people to travel in.
I would love one as a play 4x4
Post by: The punter on May 14, 2016, 07:18:09 PM
A very capable car out of the box , considering it has the the under pinings of the prado
* coil rear end
* coil over strut front end
* all the usual traction control stuff
* rear diff lock
* 159 ltr fuel tank
Add to that some after market accessaries from the huge range available and you end up with a very capable car. It has its limitations being size internal but great for 2 people to travel in.
I would love one as a play 4x4
Yep, that's why I bought one. My kids have their own cars, there's no better 4wd in terms of cabin space for touring for two. The best entry and exit angle of any 4wd and 10k less than the Prado price tag. I love mine, it's a great car. No fuss, no leather, no fancy hoo ha, I chuck my dogs, firewood and all sorts of kit in the back and it's great
Post by: kylarama on May 14, 2016, 09:22:40 PM
Yep, Toyota have such a vehicle, it's called a Prado ;D ;D ;DI wonder if in 30 years Toyota will do a Retro 90 Series
KB
Yep, that's why I bought one. My kids have their own cars, there's no better 4wd in terms of cabin space for touring for two. The best entry and exit angle of any 4wd and 10k less than the Prado price tag. I love mine, it's a great car. No fuss, no leather, no fancy hoo ha, I chuck my dogs, firewood and all sorts of kit in the back and it's great
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Post by: doc evil on May 15, 2016, 07:47:53 AM
The 80 and GQ were the last of the serious wheelers...
have to agree there bird but I'd include the GU. Anything that you need to press a button or twist a dial to engage 4wd or have fancy electronics to "assist" with your 4wding ability isn't a true offroad vehicle.........
Post by: Skinnee on May 15, 2016, 08:03:22 AM
have to agree there bird but I'd include the GU. Anything that you need to press a button or twist a dial to engage 4wd or have fancy electronics to "assist" with your 4wding ability isn't a true offroad vehicle.........
Just like any vehicle with 33" , lift and lockers hey?
Have a bog standard 68 series 2 Land Rover I think your vehicle is too technical to be considered a true off road vehicle :cheers:
Post by: GanG on May 15, 2016, 07:56:05 PM
Post by: MattP on May 15, 2016, 09:31:50 PM
Post by: Rob Mac on May 15, 2016, 10:45:57 PM
Hi Skinny, today I was at the third cutting coming off Teewah Beach and saw two left hand drive Willey's heading up the beach, leaving a few dozen Jeeps behind them, maybe it was a mass breakdown ))) just joking.
Had to wait for quite a while as two vehicles towing trailers had to be winched / snatched out into the cutting, they had blocked both lanes.
Was a nice weekend on Teewah.
Cheers.
Post by: prodigyrf on May 15, 2016, 11:53:22 PM
I don't understand why people say it should have four doors and seven seats. As mentioned before that's what the Prado is for. The FJ as I understand it is based on the three door (not four door) Prado Chassis which is why it is lighter than the 4D Prado and more designed for recreational rather than a family off road tourer. The suicide doors are a compromise but 100% better then two doors in the 3D Prado on which it is based. They're built for a different demographic. Great for two people for touring with the power to weight ratio. No diesel! Now that's a valid argument, the limited volume put paid to that. Mind you the petrol six is bullet proof and there is the 10K saving on purchase price over the Prado. With both doors open you can use the blower vac and a damp rag for a quick clean given the vinyl floors and water resistant seats. I love it.
Yeah that's pretty much how one couple we spoke to with one up at Alice described it. He reckoned it was pinching Prado sales with the discount and it buys a lot of petrol with no CRD turbo engine hassles and maintenance expense. He was interested in our Suzy SX4 experience and with only 2 of us the back seats are gone and the 4 door allows good access to gear in the back. Got a good deal on a low km black one but not my choice of colour and the Cruiser gave me the idea of white vinyl wrap on the roof and it sure makes a difference in hot weather along with slightly illegit window tint. Like you say I really miss the vinyl floor in our 92 L Series Subaru a few cars back. Why do they persist in putting crap carpet in car floors for chrissakes, or at least give us the vinyl option like the Suby?